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Libya: Pumpkin Market 2025

Pumpkin Market Size in Libya

The Libyan pumpkin market shrank modestly to $X in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Pumpkin Production in Libya

In value terms, pumpkin production contracted modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. Pumpkin production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In 2022, the average pumpkin yield in Libya shrank modestly to X tons per ha, remaining stable against the previous year's figure. The yield figure increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 8.4%. Over the period under review, the average pumpkin yield attained the maximum level at X tons per ha in 2021, and then fell modestly in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of pumpkin (squash and gourds) production in Libya reached X ha, approximately reflecting the year before. Overall, the harvested area, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the harvested area increased by 7.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to pumpkin production reached the peak figure at X ha in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the harvested area failed to regain momentum.

Pumpkin Exports

Exports from Libya

In 2022, overseas shipments of pumpkin (squash and gourds) decreased by -16% to X tons for the first time since 2011, thus ending a ten-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 110% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, pumpkin exports fell markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 98% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then plummeted in the following year.

Exports by Country

Tunisia (X tons) was the main destination for pumpkin exports from Libya, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Tunisia stood at +32.5%.

In value terms, Tunisia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for pumpkin (squash and gourds) exports from Libya.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Tunisia totaled +31.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average pumpkin export price amounted to $X per ton, approximately equating the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Tunisia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tunisia amounted to -0.6% per year.

Pumpkin Imports

Imports into Libya

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of pumpkin (squash and gourds), when their volume increased by 6.6% to X tons. Overall, imports showed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 179%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, pumpkin imports expanded sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 153%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Tunisia (X tons) was the main pumpkin supplier to Libya, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Tunisia amounted to +6.0%.

In value terms, Tunisia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of pumpkin (squash and gourds) to Libya.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Tunisia stood at +7.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The average pumpkin import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a mild increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 66% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Tunisia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tunisia amounted to +1.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for pumpkin (squash and gourds) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pumpkin consumption in 2020 were China, India and the U.S., together comprising 51% of global consumption. Ukraine, Russia, Bangladesh, Turkey, Italy, Indonesia, Algeria and Malawi lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

What are the largest producers of pumpkin (squash and gourds) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of pumpkin production in 2020 were China, India and Ukraine, together comprising 50% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of pumpkin (squash and gourds) to Libya?

In value terms, the Netherlands constituted the largest supplier of pumpkin to Libya, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 2.8% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for pumpkin (squash and gourds) in Libya?

In 2017, the average pumpkin export price amounted to $625 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.

What is the average import price for pumpkin (squash and gourds) in Libya?

In 2020, the average pumpkin import price amounted to $454 per ton, increasing by 4.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the pumpkin market in Libya. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 394 - Pumpkins, squash and gourds

Country coverage:

Libya

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Libya
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024